Children's National Hospital
Respiratory Therapist I PRN
Children's National Hospital, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Description
The Certified Respiratory Therapist possesses sufficient training and experience to perform independent professional respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, clinical evaluation of care including the establishment of therapeutic objectives and the review of care. The final and ultimate authority, judgment and clinical decision making are the responsibility of a physician. He/she is involved in acute critical and/or life threatening patient care areas and situations. Minimum Requirements: Graduate of an accredited program for Respiratory Care Associate's Degree (Preferred) Or Bachelor's Degree (Preferred) Demonstration of proficient skills for ventilator management required Clinical Evaluation Skills Required Strong communication skills required Ability to handle stressful situations, and good time management skills required Active member of the AARC, and AARC state affiliation preferred Participation in activities which further professional growth for self and the department is preferred Required Licenses And Certifications: Must meet DC licensure requirements Certified Respiratory Therapist (C.R.T.) by the NBRC BLS certification NRP/ACLS/NPS Certification (Preferred) PALS certification 30 Days Required Experience: Six months post graduate experience in all aspects of respiratory care, including critical care background Job Functions: Operate various types of mechanical ventilators, airway management (suctioning and tracheostomy trach care and change) and administering medical gas therapy as needed Administers respiratory therapy inhaled medications, bronchopulmonary hygiene/drainage; assisting with breathing exercises; monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, adverse reactions and capillary/arterial blood gases Evaluates the effects to respiratory therapy treatments by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications Educate patients and their families about their conditions and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment Transports mechanically ventilated patients internally within the organization and externally outside the organization Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending continuing education workshops Documents patient care services received in MedHost the Electronic Medical Record Inspect, clean, test and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently Other Information: Base pay range: $64,188.80/yr - $106,995.20/yr Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industry: Hospitals and Health Care Children's National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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The Certified Respiratory Therapist possesses sufficient training and experience to perform independent professional respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, clinical evaluation of care including the establishment of therapeutic objectives and the review of care. The final and ultimate authority, judgment and clinical decision making are the responsibility of a physician. He/she is involved in acute critical and/or life threatening patient care areas and situations. Minimum Requirements: Graduate of an accredited program for Respiratory Care Associate's Degree (Preferred) Or Bachelor's Degree (Preferred) Demonstration of proficient skills for ventilator management required Clinical Evaluation Skills Required Strong communication skills required Ability to handle stressful situations, and good time management skills required Active member of the AARC, and AARC state affiliation preferred Participation in activities which further professional growth for self and the department is preferred Required Licenses And Certifications: Must meet DC licensure requirements Certified Respiratory Therapist (C.R.T.) by the NBRC BLS certification NRP/ACLS/NPS Certification (Preferred) PALS certification 30 Days Required Experience: Six months post graduate experience in all aspects of respiratory care, including critical care background Job Functions: Operate various types of mechanical ventilators, airway management (suctioning and tracheostomy trach care and change) and administering medical gas therapy as needed Administers respiratory therapy inhaled medications, bronchopulmonary hygiene/drainage; assisting with breathing exercises; monitoring physiological responses to therapy, such as vital signs, adverse reactions and capillary/arterial blood gases Evaluates the effects to respiratory therapy treatments by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications Educate patients and their families about their conditions and teach appropriate disease management techniques, such as breathing exercises and the use of medications and respiratory equipment Transports mechanically ventilated patients internally within the organization and externally outside the organization Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending continuing education workshops Documents patient care services received in MedHost the Electronic Medical Record Inspect, clean, test and maintain respiratory therapy equipment to ensure equipment is functioning safely and efficiently Other Information: Base pay range: $64,188.80/yr - $106,995.20/yr Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industry: Hospitals and Health Care Children's National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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